Featured Health Observance. April is Cancer Control Month. Since 1938, this annual proclamation has given Americans an opportunity to focus on advances against cancer, as well as, rededicate themselves to fighting the disease both through pioneering research and prevention. President Obama observed:
“As researchers work daily to better understand this disease, Americans can take steps to decrease their risk of developing cancer. Individuals of all ages should seek regular and appropriate check-ups.
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Fitness Friday. If a journey of a thousand miles begins with just one step, this might be the next step (at least for walkers). Last month, I discussed walking as one of the easiest and most reliable forms of physical activity to incorporate into a fitness lifestyle. Another key to staying active is setting goals [...]
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Tomorrow, March 12 is World Kidney Day. Last month we discussed how heart disease is the leading cause of death for American women. Unfortunately, too few Americans realize, however, that chronic kidney disease is another life-threatening illness that often goes undetected until it reaches very advanced stages.
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Fitness Friday. Last month in the debut post of this series, I emphasized the importance of integrating fitness routines into your lifestyle for lasting success. Walking is an ideal fitness choice for several reasons.
* Can be done almost anywhere
* Low-impact on the body
* Requires no practice
* Requires no equipment
* and it’s FREE
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Today is Yoga Day USA. An annual event sponsored by the Yoga Alliance where hundreds of yoga teachers and schools offer free or nearly free yoga workshops to Americans across the country.
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